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Hello Dahlings! It’s Duchess Deliza!
Plans are underway for our 38th season of raucous revelry!
I shall be collecting information about what is in the works for 2026 as well as special VILLAGE HAPPENINGS and will be updating information continually.
Please note all contests are held at the Royal Pavilion at 1:30 pm.
Weekends subject to change.
Pirates Invasion and BrewFest Weekend
2026 BrewFest
February 28 and March 1
Noon to 4:00pm!
BrewFest at Arizona Renaissance Festival offers an unparalleled experience, where beer lovers and Renaissance enthusiasts alike can come together to savor a taste of history and enjoy an unforgettable day of camaraderie and indulgence.
BrewFest happens inside the Village Green which is located inside the Festival gates to your left upon entry! This popular annual event allows you to take delight in a self-guided flight of beers and meads in an atmosphere of merriment and revelry.
You don’t want to miss the toe-tapping music of our featured band, The Langer’s Ball! The festivities also feature a variety of games to play and special character appearances throughout the event.
Get a sneak peek at some of the tastes available at BrewFest!
The Langer’s Ball
The fun starts at noon and ends at 4:00pm.
BrewFest is open to everyone at the Festival without an additional ticket. For those wanting to sample the wonderful variety of brews, the cost of a tasting ticket is $30.00 for 7 pours of beer or mead.
Must be 21 years of age to partake in the tasting. Tasting Tickets are purchased at the entrance of the event, cash only!
The LAST CHANCE TO PURCHASE tasting tickets is at 3:15pm and LAST CALL for beverage samples is at 3:45pm.
February 28 & March 1 Events
BrewFest!
BOTH DAYS February 28 and March 1
(see details above)
Kids Need to Read
BOTH DAYS February 28 and March 1
(see details below)
Child Pirate Contest
Saturday ONLY February 28
(see details below)
Adult Pirate Contest
Sunday ONLY March 1
(see details below)
To see the 2026 program and stage schedule CLICK HERE
Themed Weekend Festival Partners and Sponsors
Kids Need to Read
BOTH DAYS February 28 and March 1
Bring two new children’s books to the Kids Need to Read tent outside the front gate and receive a child free admission (ages 5-12) – Value $24
Kids FREE ($24 value, ages 5-12) with 2 new books donated to the Kids Need to Read booth at the faire.
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Power Home Remodeling
BOTH DAYS February 28 and March 1
Learn all about Power Home Remodeling -stop by and visit us today at the faire!
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Big Red Roofing
BOTH DAYS February 28 and March 1
Our partners at Big Red Roofing will be at the Festival all weekend to share their wares!
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KUPD Radio
Sunday ONLY March 1
Our media partners at KUPD will be at the Festival with radio personality Bret Vesely.
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Child Pirate Costume Contest
Saturday ONLY February 28
Kids ages 5-12, come to the Royal Pavilion at 1:30. Entrants will be judged on: Costume, Argh, & Swagger!
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Adult Pirate Costume Contest
Sunday ONLY March 1
Adults ages 13+, come to the Royal Pavilion at 1:30. Entrants will be judged on: Costume, Argh, & Swagger!
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Guest Authors
Michael Stackpole - Saturday & Sunday Only (Feb 28 & Mar 1)
Robert Vaderman - Saturday & Sunday Only (Feb 28 & Mar 1)
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171
Limited Engagement Acts
Dungeons and Shakespeare
February 28 & March 1 ONLY!
Acts can be found at Fairhaven Theatre!
Learn more!
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January 31 and February 1
February 7 and 8
February 28 and March 1
March 7 and 8
March 14 and 15
March 21 and 22
February 14, 15, and 16
February 21 and 22
March 28 and 29